From Eternity, O God Hymn #461 LIEBSTER JESU, WIR SIND HIER A Collection of Lutheran Music ‘Christian Worship’ Edition Hymn #461 From Eternity, O God Text: Caspar Neumannn, 1648-1715 LIEBSTER JESU, WIR SIND HIER Tune: Johann R. Ahle, 1625-73, alt. PowerPoint Production © 2009 Donald L. Vossler www.LutheranMusic.com

In your Son you did elect me. Therefore, Father on life's road #461 - From Eternity, O God [1] From eternity, O God, In your Son you did elect me. Therefore, Father on life's road Graciously to heav'n direct me; Send to me your Holy Spirit That his gifts I may inherit.

[2] Born alive but dead in sin, Lost to all good things by nature, #461 - From Eternity, O God [2] Born alive but dead in sin, Lost to all good things by nature, I was found and changed within And became a newborn creature. Sinful flesh works ruination, But the Spirit works salvation.

[3] Drive away the gloomy night Of my darkened mind's reflection. #461 - From Eternity, O God [3] Drive away the gloomy night Of my darkened mind's reflection. Quench all thoughts that are not right; Hold my reason in subjection. For your truth may I be yearning, Heav'nly wisdom ever learning.

[4] As a branch upon a vine, In my blessed Lord implant me; #461 - From Eternity, O God [4] As a branch upon a vine, In my blessed Lord implant me; Ever of my head divine To remain a member grant me. Oh, let him, my Lord and Savior, Be my life and love forever!

[5] Faith and hope and charity Graciously, O Father, give me; #461 - From Eternity, O God [5] Faith and hope and charity Graciously, O Father, give me; Be my guardian constantly That the devil may not grieve me. Grant me humbleness and gladness, Peace and patience in my sadness.

[6] Help me speak what's right and good And keep silence on occasion. #461 - From Eternity, O God [6] Help me speak what's right and good And keep silence on occasion. Help me pray, Lord, as I should; Help me bear my tribulation. Help me die and let my spirit Everlasting life inherit.

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